1950 Austin A135 vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1950 Austin A135. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A135 weights approximately 500 kg more than 2003 Mercedes-Benz C.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Mercedes-Benz C (316 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A135. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A135 | 2003 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A135 | C |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 69 L |
